Describes successful public relations efforts in 23 Illinois public libraries. Highlights include fundraising efforts; innovative program design; community involvement; media coverage; referendum promotions; student reading initiatives; and local business involvement. (LRW)

A comprehensive assessment of Right to Read programs in Illinois is provided in this final report. The chapter headed "Purposes of the Report" includes a description of the development of evaluation rationale and design, presentation of findings and products, and format for provision of conclusions, implications, and recommendations.…